Practical Nurse (Or)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Tacoma, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Madigan Operations Surgical Services Ambulatory Procedure Unit at Madigan Army Medical Center in Tacoma, Washington. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

The Practical Nurse provides patient care in a surgical services ambulatory procedure unit, including postoperative instruction, updating patient care plans, performing prescribed clinical treatments, monitoring medication reactions, educating patients and families about prescribed medications and contraindications, and assisting physicians with diagnostic examinations.

The position requires current or pending practical or vocational nurse licensure and at least one year of qualifying nursing experience in a supervised patient-care setting, including knowledge of human anatomy and sterile techniques and procedures, operating-room equipment, perioperative vital-sign monitoring, and assistance during surgical procedures. Education cannot substitute for the required experience.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be currently licensed to practice as a practical or vocational nurse in a U.S. state or territory or the District of Columbia, or have applied for licensure. Candidates appointed while awaiting licensure must obtain the required license during the probationary period.
• At least one year of nursing experience in a hospital, outpatient clinic, nursing home, or other supervised medical, nursing, or patient-care facility. The experience must provide practical knowledge of human body structure and sterile techniques and procedures, including duties such as operating specialized operating-room equipment, monitoring vital signs during perioperative phases, and assisting surgeons during procedures.
• The required experience must be met through experience alone; education cannot be substituted.
• Must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Must be able to fulfill non-privileged professional credential requirements.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Must complete required background and personnel security investigations and may be subject to suitability or fitness determination.
• Must complete pre-employment screening and participate in random drug testing, including random drug urinalysis.
• Must complete a pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions involving direct patient contact; other immunizations may also be required depending on the position.
• Must report to work or remain at work as scheduled during severe weather or other emergencies because the position is Mission Essential and Inclement Weather Essential.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period; continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Must use direct deposit for pay.

Responsibilities

• Instruct patients on postoperative procedures to support safe recovery.
• Update patient care plans to maintain recognized clinical standards.
• Perform advanced clinical treatments according to medical prescriptions.
• Monitor medication reactions to prevent adverse health outcomes.
• Instruct patients and their families on the use of prescribed medications and medication contraindications.
• Assist doctors with diagnostic examinations to support clinical assessment.

Benefits

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed